Graphics show spike in Central Texas river, lake levels from October storms

By Compiled by Candice Avila-Garcia

on October 17, 2018 10:02 AM

Heavy rains in October continue to increase river lake levels across Central Texas. The Lower Colorado River Authority closed five lakes across the area on Tuesday October 16, 2018 and are expected to remain closed until further notice.

Click through the slideshow to see how quickly storm systems can cause sudden spikes in water level in an area of Texas known as Flash Flood Alley.

Heavy rains in October continue to increase river lake levels across Central Texas. The Lower Colorado River Authority closed five lakes across the area on Tuesday October 16, 2018 and are expected to remain

Heavy rains in October continue to increase river lake levels across Central Texas. The Lower Colorado River Authority closed five lakes across the area on Tuesday October 16, 2018 and are expected to remain closed until further notice.

Click through the slideshow to see how quickly storm systems can cause sudden spikes in water level in an area of Texas known as Flash Flood Alley.

Heavy rains in October continue to increase river lake levels across Central Texas. The Lower Colorado River Authority closed five lakes across the area on Tuesday October 16, 2018 and are expected to remain